17 Pegging Positions That Take Things From Beginner To Expert

Before we get to the good stuff, here's a quick primer on what pegging is, who's into it, and why. Feel free to jump straight down if you're just hunting for a new move to try next time you peg your partner. The best pegging positions — complete with pictures — sit toward the bottom of this article, and honestly, that's the real payoff here!

Pegging 101: What, Why, and How

What pegging actually is – Pegging involves one partner strapping on a harness and dildo to penetrate the other anally. It's traditionally framed as a man-and-woman activity, but here we use the term for any strap-on anal penetration between two partners, regardless of gender.

How to peg someone – Check out this in-depth guide on how to peg your partner for the full walkthrough.

Why givers get into pegging – Curious what draws people to pegging? A lot of it comes down to swapping roles and enjoying the power shift that comes with it. Strapping on a dildo can feel genuinely empowering if you've got a vagina, and certain pegging positions crank that feeling up even more.

Why receivers love it too – On the flip side, pegging stimulates sensitive nerve endings in the anus and, crucially, the prostate. This walnut-sized gland responds to stimulation through the anus and perineum, and for some men it's the gateway to an entirely new kind of orgasm — or even multiple orgasms.

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Getting Started With Pegging: The Basics

The harness – So you're ready to give pegging a shot — what do you actually need? The person doing the penetrating needs a well-fitted, comfortable harness first and foremost.

The dildo – If your partner hasn't been anally penetrated before, they may not yet know their preferences, so starting small makes sense. A smaller, flexible, smooth dildo is a solid beginner choice, while larger, textured, more rigid options suit those with more experience.

P-Spot dildos – For prostate-focused stimulation, look for a curved, contoured P-Spot dildo. Many G-Spot toys double nicely as prostate toys too!

Our guide to strap ons walks you through picking the right harness and dildo combo.

Getting ready for pegging – Before jumping into any pegging position, it helps to know what kind of prep is involved. It mirrors prep for any type of anal play, and you and your partner get to decide your own comfort level around grooming and cleanliness.

This piece on preparing for anal sex covers the essentials for pegging prep. And these tips for minimizing pain during anal apply no matter which pegging position you land on.

Once you've settled on pegging your partner and gathered your gear — including lube — you're ready to pick a position. All of the ones below can work for pegging, though sticking with something simpler at first is smart while you get comfortable controlling your strap-on, reading your partner's reactions, and figuring out what you both enjoy.

1. Doggy Style For Pegging

Doggy style is a go-to for both vaginal and anal sex, and pegging is no exception. It can get a little awkward if the partner wearing the strap-on is noticeably shorter, so kneeling on a sex pillow for extra height can help.

Go in-depth: Doggy style sex position guide.

2. Amazon Position For Pegging

The Amazon position leans more acrobatic than most, so it's completely reasonable to warm up with an easier pegging position first. Still, it's worth trying if you're feeling adventurous and flexible.

In the Amazon position, the giving partner lies on their back with knees pulled to their chest, penetrating from underneath while the receiving partner sits back on the giver's thighs. You can flip the setup for pegging so the giver's on the bottom, or...

Keep it as-is with the receiver on the bottom.

Go in-depth: Amazon sex position guide.

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3. Butterfly Position For Pegging

The Butterfly position makes pegging noticeably easier, earning it a spot among the best pegging positions. Your partner lies on the bed with legs bent and raised straight up while you stand at the edge of the bed. Their legs rest against your shoulders, lifting their hips into position for pegging.

Use your hands, or slide a sex pillow under your partner's hips, if you need an extra lift to make the angle work.

Go in-depth: Butterfly sex position guide.

4. Turtle Position For Pegging

Try the Turtle if closeness is what you're after during pegging. The receiver kneels on the bed or floor, reaching back around their own legs, while the giver kneels behind them with knees positioned outside.

A pillow under the head or chest can make the Turtle more comfortable for the receiving partner.

Go in-depth: Turtle sex position guide.

5. Teaspooning For Pegging

Teaspooning brings the same intimacy to pegging that it brings to vaginal sex. Kneeling right behind your partner gives you full skin-to-skin contact, and you can reach around to stroke them while penetrating from behind.

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Height mismatches can complicate this position, but leaning back or having your partner kneel a bit lower can smooth things out.

Go in-depth: Teaspooning Sex Position.

6. Frog Leap For Pegging

This one tends to feel more comfortable for both partners than similar positions like the Turtle. The key difference: the receiver reaches forward instead of backward, with knees positioned outside.

Frog Leap also lets your partner adjust hip height, making rear entry easier and more enjoyable.

Go in-depth: Frog Leap Sex Position.

7. Burning Man For Pegging

Think of this as the "Burning Woman" variation when pegging's involved. The receiving partner bends over a counter or table while the pegger enters from behind. Finding furniture at just the right height is the key to pulling this one off.

Go in-depth: Burning Man Sex Position.

8. Pearly Gates For Pegging

In this position, you lie on your back while your partner lies on top, also facing up, letting you thrust from underneath. Bending your knees and pressing your feet into the bed gives you leverage. You can also reach around to caress their chest or stroke their penis.

Go in-depth: Pearly Gates Sex Position.

9. Spooning For Pegging

Spooning is the ultimate low-effort position, great for morning sex or whispering into your partner's ear. Since women are usually the "little spoon," pegging flips that dynamic. Try massaging your partner, draping your top leg over theirs, or lifting their top leg for a different angle.

Tip – Dealing with heartburn while spooning? Switch to your left side instead of your right.

Go in-depth: Spooning Sex Position.

10. Missionary For Pegging

Missionary usually gets thought of as the standard intercourse position, but plenty of men enjoy it for receiving anal too — so it's fair game for pegging.

A few tweaks help, like having your partner lift and bend their legs so you can get closer, using their legs for leverage as you peg them.

Go in-depth: Missionary Sex Position.

11. Cowgirl For Pegging

Cowgirl normally has the receiving partner straddling and riding the giver. For pegging, the receiver climbs on top and lowers themselves onto the strap-on instead — some call this Cowboy (or Reverse Cowboy, facing the other way).

It's a strong pegging choice for a few reasons. Being on top hands the receiver control over depth, pace, and angle, while the giver's hands are free to play with their partner's penis or vagina.

Go in-depth: Cowgirl Sex Position.

12. Sandwich For Pegging

The Sandwich position is practically built for anal sex, and the eye contact makes it especially intimate. The receiver lies back, knees drawn toward their chest, while the giver slides between their legs and grips the back of their thighs for leverage while thrusting.

Go in-depth: Sandwich Sex Position.

13. Rear Entry For Pegging

Rear Entry is basically the default for pegging and strap-on sex. With your partner face-down, their backside is right there and ready. Reddit users know this one as Prone Bone.

Here, your partner lies flat on their stomach, and you penetrate from behind, lying on top with your legs positioned inside theirs.

For a more intimate feel, lie down on top of them and hold hands.

Or lean into a more dominant role, pinning them down and making them your submissive for the scene.

Super-dominant: Rear Entry also works as a great bondage sex position, with the receiving partner restrained to the bed.

You can also enter at more of an angle, similar to the Cross sex position.

Go in-depth: Rear Entry Sex Position.

14. Sitting Positions For Pegging

If you're a woman, your partner probably isn't in your lap often during sex — but pegging is your chance to flip the script. Sit down, have them do the same, and try one of these strap-on positions.

Lap Dance position – For women pegging male partners, his longer legs usually mean he can plant his feet on the floor while straddling you with his back turned, as in the Lap Dance position.

Back Seat Driver position – Or try the Back Seat Driver position if you'd rather have your legs on the outside. The receiving partner can then swirl or raise their hips on your strap-on until you're both satisfied.

Go in-depth: Sitting Sex Positions.

15. Jockey Position For Pegging

The Jockey position stays relatively relaxed for both partners. The receiver lies on their stomach, propping up on their elbows, while the giver straddles them and leans forward onto their own arms so their weight doesn't rest entirely on their legs and feet. Lifting and swiveling your hips comes easily in this pegging position.

Go in-depth: Jockey Sex Position.

16. Superwoman Position For Pegging

Struggling with height differences while pegging your partner?

Try this one instead.

Have your partner lie on their stomach with legs hanging off the edge of the bed. Stand between their legs beside the bed, holding onto them as you thrust from behind. Play around with gripping their thighs, hips, or waist to find what works best.

Go in-depth: Superwoman Sex Position.

17. Bouncing Spoon For Pegging

For the last pick, sit on the floor with your back against a wall, strap-on ready to go. Your partner straddles your lap facing away, kneeling — you might need to scoot slightly away from the wall to give their legs room. It's a great strap-on option if your knees or legs aren't up for more strenuous positions.

Related: 13 sex positions against a wall.

Once your partner lowers onto your strap-on, they can rock their hips while you assist by lifting their ass with your hands. If they've got it handled, reach around instead to stroke their cock or vagina.

Go in-depth: Bouncing Spoon Sex Position.

With these pegging positions in your back pocket, you're set for plenty of fun exploring with your partner. Head over to the Love Curi pegging guide for a broader look at the activity, or for a refresher on the basics of strap-on penetration before diving into these positions.

September 21, 2023